Fibromyalgia Patient Information
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About
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Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain-related condition that affects more women than men. Because of its generalized symptoms, it is often misdiagnosed as another condition.
Causes
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Stress, physical or emotional trauma, or other diseases can cause an individual to develop fibromyalgia. It is also considered an inherited condition.
Risk Factors
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If an individual has a family history of fibromyalgia, he or she is at higher risk of having the condition. Women and middle-aged individuals are also at higher risk for fibromyalgia.
Symptoms
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The most prominent symptom of fibromyalgia is pain in muscles, tendons, and ligaments all over the body. Extreme fatigue and sleep disorders are also common symptoms of this condition.
Treatment
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Over-the-counter pain relievers as well as prescription pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medications are effective ways physicians treat fibromyalgia. Physical therapy and counseling have also been shown to effectively treat this condition.
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